Brian McKnight on new album: 'I've given the fans what they want'

The singer explained that his forthcoming LP More Than Words, which is out in the UK on March 4, was made with the help of his fans via Twitter.

"I am fortunate that there is no wall between myself and my fans," he said in a statement.

"We communicate at live shows and especially through Twitter and social media. I ask them what they want and they tell me. Hopefully, on this album, I have succeeded again in giving them what they want."

More Than Words marks the star's 15th album, having sold a combined total of 20 million records worldwide. His biggest single 'Back at One' peaked at number two on the US chart in 1999.

McKnight has spent the last decade touring the globe, collaborating with the likes of Justin Timberlake, Mariah Carey, Christina Aguilera, Nelly, Vanessa Williams and Willie Nelson.

His current single 'Sweeter' is out now. Watch the official music video below: